Full Time Assistant Teacher - New Hyde Park

Harbor Day Care Center•New Hyde Park, NY

About The Position

The Assistant Teacher works under the supervision of the Head Teacher and Center Director, carrying out Harbor Child Care’s functions, educational philosophy, policies, and procedures. In collaboration with classroom staff, the Assistant Teacher plans and delivers a classroom program that addresses the educational, social-developmental, and health needs of the group and each child. The role involves lifting and carrying children and being physically fit to participate actively in age-appropriate classroom activities. The Assistant Teacher supports children’s development and daily routines, maintains children’s safety and supervision, communicates with families, keeps records, and participates in staff planning, meetings, and training. The position is full-time, Monday through Friday, with varying shifts and availability required between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m. No evenings or weekends are required. Pay is $18–$19.50 per hour.

Requirements

High school diploma.
Experience working with children ages 3 months to 5 years old.
Availability between 7 a.m. and 6 p.m.; shifts vary.
Ability to lift and carry children and be physically fit to participate actively in age-appropriate activities.

Responsibilities

Assist in developing a program of developmentally appropriate practices.
Uphold Harbor’s philosophy and policies, including health and safety, nutrition, and regulations stated in the Parent Policy, New Employee Welcome Manual, and Employee Handbook.
Actively implement The Creative Curriculum in an age-appropriate manner.
Support children during transition times and supervise children.
Support and actively participate in classroom and outdoor activities.
Work with the Head Teacher and Director regarding children with special needs.
Maintain records and write six-week and twice-yearly cumulative reports.
Foster positive relationships with parents while respecting the confidential nature of information about parents and children.
Attend and participate in parent/teacher meetings and support ongoing communication through daily notes, phone calls, and other means.
Use Contact Notes to document staff and parent concerns.
Discuss professional performance objectively during regularly scheduled supervisor conferences with the Assistant Director or Director, using the conferences for information and professional guidance.
Attend required staff meetings, trainings, and workshops.
Attend weekly planning meetings with the Director.
Lift and carry children and participate actively in age-appropriate classroom activities.